

Best for beginner divers, 2-18m, shore entry, mild current.
Punta Battistoni is a wreck site located in the La Maddalena Archipelago, Italy, offering an accessible experience for beginner divers. The wreck lies at depths between 2 and 18 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility reaching up to 30 metres, though conditions vary. A thermocline is present during summer months at approximately 12 metres, where temperatures drop to 13°C. Entry is from the shore, and guided tours are available. Due to the risk of boat traffic, divers must use a high visibility surface marker buoy at all times, especially when surfacing near the wreck.
41.14370, 9.49200
June and September offer the best combination of visibility and water temperature at this site. Boat traffic is a real hazard here, so surface with a delayed surface marker buoy and stay alert when ascending close to the entry point.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 18m
Visibility
Up to 30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
14-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jun, Sep
Yes, the site is considered an accessible wreck dive for open water certified divers due to the manageable depths and mild currents.
The wreck sits at depths ranging from 2 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Punta Battistoni is a shore entry dive site.
June and September offer the best combination of water temperature and visibility.
Boat traffic is a significant hazard. Divers should always carry a high visibility surface marker buoy and remain alert when ascending.
Diving at Punta Battistoni in Porto Cervo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Punta Battistoni in Porto Cervo. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 23°C.
Punta Battistoni in Porto Cervo typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Punta Battistoni in Porto Cervo can reach up to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.